Danta
(Nesogordonia papaverifera.)
Description
A reddish brown hardwood from West Africa. Has an interlocked grain and
sometimes feels a bit greasy. Can show small pin knots and borer holes.
Workability
Straight grain boards work quite well. The interlocked grain can
cause some problems and increase the sanding required.
Applications
A very good furniture timber though can move around a bit
Availability
Generally available in 25, 38 and 50mm thick. Boards up to 300mm wide are not uncommon.
Hardness
740Kg/m3 Not particularly hard.
Durability
Heartwood is durable.
At a Glance
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Turning: |
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Excellent |
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Machining: |
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Difficult on some boards. |
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Bending: |
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Average |
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Sanding: |
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Excellent. |
| Nailing/Screwing: |
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Excellent. |
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Glueing: |
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Good. |
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Timber Coating: |
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Accepts most finishes very well. |
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Oil: |
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Fantastic with an oil finish. |
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Note 1 |
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An excellent cabinet timber though take care with timber movement. |
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Note 2 |
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